Town of Davidson Events

Davidson Farmer's Market

The Davidson Farmer’s Market (next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson Streets) is operating under regular hours (8 a.m. until noon) on every Saturday.

This producer-only market features more than 35 local producers within a 100 mile radius selling a wide variety of locally grown vegetables and fruits, meats, eggs, honey, dairy and fresh flowers, as well as baked goods, soaps and farmer-made crafts. The market is a lively gathering place for meeting friends and for learning about food, agriculture and nutrition. Themed market days and activities are planned throughout the year. For more information, please visit the website at www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org.

ARE YOU A MUSICIAN? The Market is searching for local musicians that want to share their tunes. Contact the Market Manager at info@davidsonfarmersmarket.org if you are interested in being part of the 2012 line-up.

Concerts on the Green 2012

May - September (first and third Sundays) — Village Green (6:00 – 8:00 p.m.) — Downtown Davidson brings back this popular series throughout the summer months. All concerts are FREE and open to the public. Families and friends are welcome to bring picnics and relax to the music. 10’ X 10’ tents are welcome, but must be set up on the perimeter of the event area.

For more information about the series, please visit the Town of Davidson website and click on “Downtown Davidson – Concerts on the Green.” Offerings for the next two months include the following:

  • May 6:                      Pushh [rock variety]
  • May 20:                    Rough Draft [Motown / dance & more]
  • June 3:                     The Dickens [reggae & more]
  • June 10 [Special]:    Band of Oz  [beach]
  • June 17:                   Lake Norman Big Band [big band swing]
  • July 1:                       Shaggie Maggie [variety]

Town Day

May 5 (Saturday) – (Village Green, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) – The annual spring “Town Day” festival fills the Village Green with carnival games, foods, arts, vendors and entertainment for the whole family. Don’t miss this Davidson tradition - now in the 41st year!

Historic Rural Hill Events

Second Annual! NC Brewers & Music Festival

May 12 (Saturday) – Historic Rural Hill – Come on out for a great day of free North Carolina beer tasting and music! Visit www.ncbrewsmusic.com for details.

Warrior Dash Carolinas 2012

May 19 (Saturday) and May 20 (Sunday) – Historic Rural Hill - After drawing several thousand runners last year, the Warriors are returning to Rural Hill! See details at www.warriordash.com

Rural Hill is a 265 acre historical site in Huntersville that was the original homestead of Major John Davidson and his family. It is a restoration in progress and includes plantation ruins and a one-room 1890’s schoolhouse.

For further information about Rural Hill and these events, call 704.875.3113 or visit www.ruralhill.net. You can also contact our neighbor Ed McLean, Development Director, at 704.895.0940 for information about other upcoming activities.

Davidson Senior Scholars Programs

Third Wednesday from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., Davidson Parks & Rec office (Room A, 416 Armour Street) – This activity was formed to provide programs that stimulate continual intellectual and cultural growth. The general meeting format consists of lecture followed by question and answer. The speakers, often Davidson College professors and local physicians, are experts in their fields. Programs are FREE and no registration is required! Call 704.892.3349 or visit the Town of Davidson website and click on “Parks & Recreation” for information.

50+ Coffee Club

Come and join friends and neighbors every Wednesday morning from 9 a.m. until 12 noon at the Parks & Recreation Department (Armour Street) for coffee, snacks and a social opportunity. No registration is required.

2012 Summer Camps

Registration is underway for all youth and pre-school summer camp opportunities: Arts, Science, Crafts, Music, and Sports. Call the Parks & Recreation Department at 704-892-3349 for more information and registration details. Please visit www.ci.davidson.nc.us (“Online P&R Registration”) for full camp listings, age limits, and details. [Note: Registration for spring and summer youth activities begins early. Don’t miss the summer fun!]

Call the Town of Davidson at 704.892.7591 or visit the newly revised website at www.TownofDavidson.org. For Parks & Recreation information, click on “Parks & Recreation” under the “Services & Departments” heading on the town website.

 

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